Posting Summary
Working Title
Medical Laboratory Technology Department Chair/Program Director
Role Title
12 month Administrative Faculty
Role Code
01126-SW
FLSA
Exempt
Pay Band
00
Position Number
283F0003
Agency
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Agency/Division
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div)
Work Location
Richmond (City) - 760
Hiring Range
Commensurate with qualifications and experience $88,000 - $90,000
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
I-Faculty
Full Time or Part Time
Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
Work Schedule
Schedule as assigned by manager.
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia’s capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.
Reynolds is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technology Department Chair/Program Director. In addition to teaching in both classroom and laboratory settings, the Program Director is responsible for the overall leadership and management of the Medical Laboratory Technology program. This includes program organization, administration, instruction, evaluation, continuous quality improvement, curriculum planning and development, supervision of program faculty and staff, and ensuring the general effectiveness of the program.
Reynolds is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technology Department Chair/Program Director. In addition to teaching in both classroom and laboratory settings, the Program Director is responsible for the overall leadership and management of the Medical Laboratory Technology program. This includes program organization, administration, instruction, evaluation, continuous quality improvement, curriculum planning and development, supervision of program faculty and staff, and ensuring the general effectiveness of the program.
The role includes, but is not limited to, the following duties:
- Collaborating with the Dean on budget preparation and fiscal management
- Maintaining NAACLS accreditation and ensuring compliance with accreditation standards
- Participating in a minimum of 36 hours of documented continuing professional development every three years
- Engaging regularly with students, faculty, clinical partners, and program personnel to support student success
- Providing academic advising, maintaining office hours, and fulfilling assigned collateral duties
- Teaching a standard faculty load of approximately 15 credit hours per semester, with release time granted for department chair responsibilities
Teaching assignments may include day and evening courses at multiple campus locations or off-site, depending on program needs. Travel to clinical affiliation sites may be required as part of scheduled program activities.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
- Earned Master’s or Doctoral degree from an accredited institution.
- Current ASCP-BOC or ASCPi-BOC generalist certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist.
- Minimum of three years of teaching experience in a medical laboratory or related educational setting.
- Comprehensive knowledge of instructional methods, program administration, and current NAACLS accreditation standards and certification procedures.
- Proven ability to perform a range of administrative responsibilities, including program coordination, monitoring, assessment, and evaluation.
- Proficiency in using personal computers and current Microsoft Office applications.
- Demonstrated ability to integrate technology into instruction and faculty responsibilities, including the effective use of learning management systems for online teaching.
- Ability to work effectively with a diverse population of faculty, staff, and students.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
Additional Considerations
Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
Yes
Required Travel
Travel among Reynolds campuses and partner sites may be needed.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
FAC_1675P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
06/17/2025
Job Close Date
07/01/2025
Open Until Filled
Yes
Agency Website
Contact Name
Email
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is open until filled beginning 6/17/2025. Resume review will begin 6/23/2025.
This is a grant funded restricted position approved 7/1/2025 – 6/30/2026. Continued annual employment based on funding availability.
This is a grant funded restricted position approved 7/1/2025 – 6/30/2026. Continued annual employment based on funding availability.
Additional Information
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
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